Today I unveiled my first set of new pillow shams for 2011. I just love these shams. They started out as a custom order for a restaurant but I have to tell you I really did not want to let them go. I am, actually, going to be making these for my own home but in different colors.
Each pillow is fully lined inside and out. The wool that I choose was top quality and it shows in each of them. I installed a zipper closure which I have to say that I prefer. However, installing zippers on shams without a lining is not preferable due to the movement in the yarn.
These shams will last for years and are very well made (patting self on the back). They were a labor of love and without help from my mother these would not have been posssible. Thanks mom!!! Her knowledge and patience is bar none. Patience is something that I have yet to learn but I'm trying. As I was pulling my hair out when our sewing machines were not cooperating (yes, both machines) she sat there patient and calm working on the problem. I took note and a deep breath and carried on. After many hours, lots of coffee and patience they were complete.
Here is the result- what do you think?
